For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,580 students in 12309, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12309, NY are Birchwood Elementary School, Rosendale School and Hillside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 12309 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in 12309, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 12309, NY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
897 Birchwood Ln
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 344-2910
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 344-2910
Grades: K-5
| 388 students
Rank: #22.
Rosendale School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2445 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-3123
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-3123
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Hillside School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Cornelius Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-1856
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-1856
Grades: K-5
| 381 students
Rank: #44.
Iroquois Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2495 Rosendale Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-2233
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
Rank: #55.
Van Antwerp Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2253 Story Ave
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 370-1243
Grades: 6-8
| 421 students
Rank: #66.
Craig Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2566 Balltown Rd
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-0156
Schenectady, NY 12309
(518) 377-0156
Grades: K-5
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 12309, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 12309, NY include Birchwood Elementary School, Rosendale School and Hillside School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 12309?
6 public elementary schools are located in 12309.
What is the racial composition of students in 12309?
12309 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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